Hunting

Hunting is part of the cultural fabric of Canada. Our nation was founded on the opportunities that hunting, fishing and trapping afforded our ancestors and indigenous peoples. Even today, recreational hunting activities contribute billions of dollars to the provinical economy every year.

Hunters come from all walks of life, yet are united in their shared passion for the natural environment. Hunters and anglers were among the first conservationists in North America and for over a century have been helping to shape fish and wildlife conservation management.

There are nearly 450,000 trained and licensed hunters celebrating our hunting heritage in Ontario, and new hunters are always joining the ranks. Every year, close to 20,000 people complete the Ontario Hunter Education Program (OHEP) which the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters delivers for the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources.

The OFAH advocates for the protection of our hunting traditions and the conservation of healthy, sustainable wildlife populations.

Select a link to learn more about OFAH hunting and wildlife initiatives: